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Following the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed three of the seven multi-party delegations on India’s stance and actions. The briefings emphasized that Indian military operations targeted terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, avoiding civilian and military installations.
JD(U) leader Sanjay Jha, leading a delegation to several Asian countries, stated that their message to global leaders would highlight Pakistan’s history of sponsoring terrorism and India’s resolve to respond decisively to such threats. Similarly, Shiv Sena leader Shrikant Shinde, heading a delegation to the UAE and some African nations, mentioned plans to underscore Pakistan’s links to terror incidents in India.
The political landscape remains charged, with the Congress party questioning the government’s transparency regarding the ceasefire and the role of external influences, particularly the United States. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sought clarification from External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on whether Pakistan was forewarned about India’s targeted strikes and the implications of aircraft losses. The Ministry of External Affairs dismissed these queries as misrepresentations.
The ceasefire, announced on May 10, 2025, has drawn international attention. While the Indian government asserts the decision was bilateral, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that trade incentives influenced the agreement—a claim India has refuted.
